2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
